In this episode, we’ll cover the announcement that Toko Amekawa’s highly successful light novel, Reincarnated in a Mafia Dating Sim, will receive an anime adaptation. The fantasy series has already achieved significant popularity, with over 350,000 copies sold and an existing manga adaptation that Tokyopop is diligently releasing in English. The plot follows Francesca Calvino, who is reincarnated into a dating simulation world controlled by crime lords, where her primary goal is to escape the clutches of the charming yet dangerous antagonist, Leonardo Aldini. Although Francesca tries to navigate her chaotic life and break off their impending engagement, her attempts only increase the relentless pursuit of the crime boss, leading to a complicated chase. Following the news, both the author, Amekawa, and illustrator LINO expressed heartfelt gratitude and excitement for the adaptation, reflecting the overall positive response from the fanbase.
